(June 15-16, 2024) We went for an mini trip camping and visiting some new places in Izu. Although I have already visited Izu so many times, we still managed to find surprise and great places that I would like to recommend. Atami Moon Terrace This is a great public park including white sand beach. Also,… Continue reading (Japan) Good Places to Visit & Camp at Izu
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(Japan) Izu Islands – Niijima
(Sept. 14-16, 2024) There are total 9 Islands in Tokyo Prefecture. Most of them are just several hours away from Tokyo by large passenger ship (Tokai Kisen), or a few hours away from Tokyo by high-speed jet ferry. Then, you’ll come to totally different world, beautiful sea and nature all around. I am particularly fond… Continue reading (Japan) Izu Islands – Niijima
(Morocco) Marrakech & Essaouira & Casablanca
(Aug. 13-19, 2024) Marrakech After our private tour ends at Marrakech, we are by our own again. I must say that we missed our luxury hotels and rich meals, because we are back to budget hostels and random meals (such as meat sandwiches and fresh juices…) We booked a city tour at our raid, which… Continue reading (Morocco) Marrakech & Essaouira & Casablanca
(Morocco) Merzouga Desert & Atlas Mountains
(Aug. 9-13, 2024) We wanted to visit the famous Sahara Desert and Atlas Mountains, so we have looked for a local travel agency called “Berber Magic Tours” on Trip Advisor, and asked them to customize the following private tour for us. Day 1: Pick up from Fes, to Merzouga Desert, Camel riding at sunset, staying… Continue reading (Morocco) Merzouga Desert & Atlas Mountains
(Morocco) Rabat & Fez & Meknes
(Aug. 3-9, 2024) First of all, I must say that we appreciated Moroccan Railways (ONCF) very much. It has made our self-guided travelling in this big country possible and stress-free. We decided not to book the train tickets online, just buy them at train stations, which turned out to be quite easy. RABAT At “Aeroport… Continue reading (Morocco) Rabat & Fez & Meknes
(Turkey) Around Tour & Northern Cyprus
(April 26 – May 11, 2024) I have briefly visited Istanbul twice in the past. Both times I had a lot of fun, was amazed by the unique culture and scenery of Turkey, and always wanted to return there. This time, we planned our trip into 3 Parts: ・Self Sight-seeing in Istanbul & Ankara ・Travel… Continue reading (Turkey) Around Tour & Northern Cyprus
(Taiwan) Cycling from Gaohsiung to Taipei
(Jan. 1-10, 2024) This was by far my longest overseas solo bike touring trip. I was quite nervous before the trip, so I chose the most bike-friendly place I know, Taiwan, to be my destination. It has proved to be a correct decision. Taiwan is not only bike-friendly (many bike shops, police stations and convenience… Continue reading (Taiwan) Cycling from Gaohsiung to Taipei
(Vietnam) Christmas Trip @ Da Nang, Hanoi, Da Nang and Sapa
(Dec. 21-31, 2023) This is the 2nd time I visited Vietnam. I have visited Southern Vietnam (only Ho Chi Ming & Nha Trang) once over 10 years ago. This time I wanted to visit Central and Northern Vietnam instead. It was a Christmas trip to celebrate myself and my best friend’s 45th birthday. DA NANG… Continue reading (Vietnam) Christmas Trip @ Da Nang, Hanoi, Da Nang and Sapa
(Japan) Night visit to Ouchi-juku
Nov. 3, 2024 Ouchi-juku is a traditional Japanese town since Edo period. It is near the national highway 121, about 100km from Nikko. It is a popular tourist spot because the street is full of Japanese old style houses with roof made of thick layers of straw. It is as if you have returned to… Continue reading (Japan) Night visit to Ouchi-juku
(Japan) Walk around Tsurugajo Palace and Aizu-Wakamatsu area
Nov. 3, 2023 Tsurugajo Castle is another popular place to visit in Fukushima Prefecture. Although this area has a history as old as the Sengoku Period (1467 – 1568) up to the end of the Edo Period (1868), the palace was reformed and not so old. Only the tall stone walls are ancient, and actually… Continue reading (Japan) Walk around Tsurugajo Palace and Aizu-Wakamatsu area